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700 Attack Surface Management with ThreatMate
Episode 700

700 Attack Surface Management with ThreatMate

Uncle Marv sits down with Anup Ghosh, CEO of ThreatMate, to explore the intricacies of attack surface management and the innovative solutions ThreatMate offers to enhance cybersecurity. The conversation delves into how ThreatMate's platform helps organizations bolster their security posture by identifying and managing security exposures, and how their partnership with SeedPod Cyber provides a unique approach to ransomware insurance.

Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) · Anup Ghosh

August 12, 202419m 16s

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Show Notes

Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Anup Ghosh and ThreatMate, a company focused on improving cybersecurity for IT networks. Anup shares insights into the company's approach to attack surface management, emphasizing the importance of viewing security through an adversarial lens. Unlike traditional vulnerability management tools, ThreatMate identifies "security exposures," which include insecure protocols and default passwords, offering a comprehensive view of potential threats. 

The discussion highlights ThreatMate's capabilities in managing both external and internal network threats. Anup explains how their platform can inventory network devices, conduct continuous security audits, and perform authenticated scans for compliance. The conversation also touches on ThreatMate's integration with ConnectWise PSA and plans for further partnerships. Additionally, Anup introduces their AI-powered vulnerability management platform, which prioritizes significant risks to streamline the workload for managed service providers. The episode concludes with a look at ThreatMate's partnership with SeedPod Cyber, offering discounted ransomware insurance to clients.

Key Takeaways:

  • ThreatMate's platform focuses on identifying security exposures beyond traditional vulnerabilities.
  • Continuous, lightweight network scans help maintain a strong security posture.
  • AI and machine learning are integral to ThreatMate's approach, reducing the burden on service providers.
  • Integration with ConnectWise PSA and other platforms enhances ThreatMate's service offerings.
  • The partnership with SeedPod Cyber provides clients with access to discounted ransomware insurance.

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Topics

attack surface managementthreatmateransomware insuranceit networksseedpod cyberai-powered vulnerability managementcompliance scanscyber threatsanup ghoshsecurity postureconnectwise psa integrationcybersecuritysecurity exposuresnetwork securitymsps